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Get Fired Up! A Collection of Anime Songs to Hype Up Your Sports Day and Athletic Festival

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Just hearing them can make your heart surge with passion, or lift you up when you’re feeling down—anime songs have a mysterious power, don’t they?

In this article, we’ve gathered anime songs that are perfect for sports days and athletic festivals.

These are all classic tracks that will fire you up—whether you’re thinking, “We’re going to win for sure!” or “I want to make the best memories with my friends!”

We’ve carefully selected songs recommended for a wide range of ages, from preschool and kindergarten sports days to high school athletic festivals, so feel free to use them as references for BGM or dance routines.

Get Fired Up! Anime Songs to Hype Up Sports Days and Athletic Festivals (61–70)

Theme of Lupin the ThirdYuji Ohno

Lupin the Third Theme ’78 – Yuji Ohno

Lupin the Third Theme Yuji Ohno

This is “Theme from Lupin the Third,” the song used as the main theme for the anime Lupin the Third, originally created by Monkey Punch.

The composer is Yuji Ohno, a jazz pianist and composer-arranger.

It’s an anime song every Japanese person knows! It’s also often used as a cheer song at high school baseball games.

If you want to make your sports day or athletic festival cool and exciting, this is the track to choose!

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OK!Rika Matsumoto

Pokémon Opening Theme: OK! - Rica Matsumoto

OK! Rika Matsumoto

The third opening theme of the TV anime Pokémon.

It’s the track often used as the “victory-confirmed BGM” that plays the moment a crucial battle is turned around in the show, so it’s guaranteed to fire everyone up—perfect for head-to-head competitions.

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Let It Go ~As I Am~Takako Matsu

Takako Matsu – Let It Go ~Ari no mama de~ (From “Frozen”)

Let It Go ~Ari no Mama de~ Takako Matsu

The theme song from Disney’s smash-hit animated film Frozen, featuring Takako Matsu’s powerful vocals, became a hot topic.

Even people who haven’t seen the movie likely know this song.

It’s a classic anime tune that gets audiences of all ages excited.

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SHINY DAYSAsaka

Asaka “SHINY DAYS” Music Video Short ver. (TV anime “Laid-Back Camp” OP theme)

SHINY DAYS Asaka

This is a single by Asaka that was used as the opening theme for Laid-Back Camp (Yuru Camp△).

It has a poppy, cheerful vibe that makes you want to break into a little step.

Put this on, and it might turn a major event into something fun and irreplaceable.

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Diver’s HighSKY-HI

SKY-HI / Diver’s High

Diver's HighSKY-HI

This is a single by SKY-HI that was used as the opening theme for Gundam Build Divers.

Featuring Saito, the frontman of UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, it’s crafted into a cool, fast-paced track.

Play it at a school sports festival, and it might leave an even more exciting memory.

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Song Not to ForgetMacaroni Enpitsu

Macaroni Enpitsu 'Wasurena Uta' MV

Wasurenauta Macaroni Enpitsu

A masterpiece of youthful pop-rock with a universal message.

Released by Macaroni Enpitsu in April 2024, this song powerfully sings about the daily lives of young people who shine as they overcome setbacks and failures.

It portrays the struggles of chasing dreams and the strength to rise above them, delivering an impact that resonates from the very first listen.

Created as the ending theme for the anime “Oblivion Battery,” it brilliantly captures the show’s worldview through music.

Also included on the EP “Bokura no Namida nara Sora ni Umeyou,” it has garnered support from a wide audience, not just anime fans.

With a strong rhythm and melody that work well even for group gymnastics at school sports festivals, it’s a perfect track for creating a sense of unity among large groups.

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Naked HeroVaundy

Naked Hero / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

Naked Hero Vaundy

The steadily intensifying melody sets my soul ablaze! This piece by singer-songwriter Vaundy was released in 2022 and was featured as the opening theme for the anime Ranking of Kings.

The lyrics faithfully reflect the anime’s story, and that alone gives it a deeply moving appeal.

The chorus, brimming with overflowing emotion, is also irresistibly stirring.

If we could sing this song together with our teammates, wouldn’t it make for the best sports festival ever?

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